McCormick Institute’s Leadership Connections

Join Patricia Garcia-Arena at the McCormick Institute’s Leadership Connections in Schaumburg, IL. At this year’s national conference for early childhood leaders, Patricia will be presenting “Cultivating Success for Young English Learners: Applying QTEL Principles in Early Childhood Settings” on May 8, 2025 at 1:15 p.m.

This workshop, designed for early childhood leaders, will delve into the Quality Teaching for English Learners (QTEL) principles and their implementation to support the linguistic and academic thriving of young English Learners. Participants will explore approaches that ensure access to high-quality instruction, fostering an environment where young ELs can excel.